About Us

Our Mission

Alaska Hydraulics is Alaska's largest locally owned fluid power company. With a specialty in custom solutions, Alaska Hydraulics will diagnose system issues, repair existing equipment or source new components. Over the years, we've become a trusted provider to Alaskans as we've guided their projects from concept to reality. Our skilled staff can help with technical design, manufacturing, testing, and implementation.

We strive to be an unquestioned leader in Alaskan industry working with mining, oil & gas, marine heavy equipment, construction, railroad and many more.  We are committed to helping our customers thrive by being a trusted business partner.

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Our History

Alaska Hydraulics Inc was founded in 1976 and in 1995 Tom Loran and Michelle Johnston purchased the company.

Growing with Alaska, they established stores in Anchorage, Dutch Harbor, and Kodiak. Upon Tom’s passing in March, 2020, the Anchorage shop became the sole Alaska Hydraulics store. In November 2021, Kenny Overvold and Leo Nadeau bought Alaska Hydraulics.

Today Alaska Hydraulics is a service and supply maintenance and overhaul facility located in Anchorage. We support all Alaskan industry including; the Alaska Railroad, Oil and Gas, Mining, Construction, Marine, Aviation ground support, and the U.S. Military.

We are committed to providing solutions for our customers fluid power needs. Our ambitious and driven hydraulic specialists and experienced repair technicians supply the best availability of local service. Due in part to their hard work and determination we treat deadlines with the utmost respect and don’t believe in excuses or exceptions.

Our Family

Kenny Overvold, President

Kenny Overvold has worked in the Alaska Oilfield for 25+ years. He worked on drilling rigs on the North Slope and Offshore Cook Inlet to put himself through college obtaining a degree in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University. Returning to Alaska , he went back to rigs and worked for Kuukpik Drilling for 16 years, moving up through the ranks to eventually become General Manager until October 2019. In November 2020, Kenny and Leo purchased Alaska Hydraulics.

Kenny Overvold has worked in the Alaska Oilfield for 25+ years. He worked on drilling rigs on the North Slope and Offshore Cook Inlet to put himself through college obtaining a degree in Civil Engineering from Colorado State University. Returning to Alaska , he went back to rigs and worked for Kuukpik Drilling for 16 years, moving up through the ranks to eventually become General Manager until October 2019. In November 2020, Kenny and Leo purchased Alaska Hydraulics.

Sean “Leo” Nadeau, Equity Partner

Sean “Leo” Nadeau brings nearly 22+ years of Management experience to Alaska Hydraulic. A successful businessman in the aviation industry, from his beginnings in the parts market to portfolio management, with a specialized technical focus on landing gear and engine assets. He has earned his experience in privately held aviation companies, learning the most effective way to maintain a portfolio of assets and generating cash flow.  Leo maintained a 15-year historical performance of $25,000,000 plus in annual revenue. Self-directed, Leo has thrived in his career by successfully monetizing distressed or underperforming assets.

Sean “Leo” Nadeau brings nearly 22+ years of Management experience to Alaska Hydraulic. A successful businessman in the aviation industry, from his beginnings in the parts market to portfolio management, with a specialized technical focus on landing gear and engine assets. He has earned his experience in privately held aviation companies, learning the most effective way to maintain a portfolio of assets and generating cash flow.  Leo maintained a 15-year historical performance of $25,000,000 plus in annual revenue. Self-directed, Leo has thrived in his career by successfully monetizing distressed or underperforming assets.

Steve Herold, Sales Manager

Steve began his hydraulic career in 1972 in Portland, Oregon working for Fluid Air Components, Inc. (FAC) as shop technician. By 1980, he had moved to shop foreman, then outside services and sales, then in 1987, Steve setup FAC repairs in Dutch Harbor, and then became GM of FAC in Tukwila, Washington. In 1993, Steve left FAC to start his own company, Frontier Fluid Power, Inc in Dutch Harbor, AK. In 1998 Frontier Fluid Power was purchased by Alaska Hydraulics. In 2006, Steve was returned to manage Alaska Hydraulics in Anchorage, helping establish the reputation that Alaska Hydraulic stills carriers.

Steve began his hydraulic career in 1972 in Portland, Oregon working for Fluid Air Components, Inc. (FAC) as shop technician. By 1980, he had moved to shop foreman, then outside services and sales, then in 1987, Steve setup FAC repairs in Dutch Harbor, and then became GM of FAC in Tukwila, Washington. In 1993, Steve left FAC to start his own company, Frontier Fluid Power, Inc in Dutch Harbor, AK. In 1998 Frontier Fluid Power was purchased by Alaska Hydraulics. In 2006, Steve was returned to manage Alaska Hydraulics in Anchorage, helping establish the reputation that Alaska Hydraulic stills carriers.

Jim Hunt, Service Manager

Jim is a lifelong Alaskan with over 40 years of experience in the repair industry. Throughout his career, he has worked as a technician on everything from small engines to heavy equipment. With 12 years of service management experience across multiple industries, including Oil & Gas, Automotive, Heavy Construction, Agriculture and industrial equipment, Jim has developed a deep understanding of service operations and customer needs. For the past two years, he has been the service manager here at Alaska Hydraulics, where focusing on providing reliable solutions and exceptional service is his number #1 priority.

Will Morgan, Sales Representative

Will’s bio coming soon.

Tyler Buckingham, Inside Sales

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